Soas Students' Union
Also known as: Soas Su
SOAS Students' Union is the representative organisation for the UK Higher Education Institution The School of Oriental And African Studies, University of London. The Union's aims are to improve the education of students within SOAS, by liaising with the institution, offering advice, running extra-curricular sport and societies, and operating other social and pastoral services.
Activities & Mission
SOAS Students' Union is the representative organisation for the UK Higher Education Institution The School of Oriental And African Studies, University of London. The Union's aims are to improve the education of students within SOAS, by liaising with the institution, offering advice, running extra-curricular sport and societies, and operating other social and pastoral services.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 12% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 5% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 65% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,244,886 | £1,417,898 | £825,385 | -£128,169 | £128,169 | 42 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,296,297 | £1,372,813 | £1,372,813 | £44,843 | £0 | 48 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,035,033 | £1,097,886 | £1,097,886 | £121,359 | £3,729 | 45 / 0 |
| 2021 | £640,540 | £642,229 | £642,229 | £184,212 | £79,936 | 49 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,121,301 | £1,331,176 | £1,331,176 | £185,901 | £97,888 | 49 / 500 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Soas Students' Union
What does Soas Students' Union do?
SOAS Students' Union is the representative organisation for the UK Higher Education Institution The School of Oriental And African Studies, University of London. The Union's aims are to improve the education of students within SOAS, by liaising with the institution, offering advice, running extra-curricular sport and societies, and operating other social and pastoral services.
How much income did Soas Students' Union report in 2024?
Soas Students' Union reported total income of £1.24m and reported expenditure of £1.42m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Soas Students' Union?
Soas Students' Union has a program ratio of 66.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Soas Students' Union registered as a charity?
Soas Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 February 2013 as charity number 1150717. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Soas Students' Union?
Soas Students' Union is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Samuel Hardy. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Soas Students' Union operate?
Soas Students' Union operates across 2 areas: Camden and Islington.
Is Soas Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Soas Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150717.
Details
THORNHAUGH STREET
RUSSELL SQ
LONDON
WC1H 0XG
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- 14 May 2026
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